A Name for Evil
Dissatisfied with the family architectural business, a man and his wife pack up and move out to his great-grandfather's old house in the country. While trying to patch it up, the house starts to make it clear to him that it doesn't want him there, but the local church (with some off-kilter practices of their own) seems to take a shine to him.
Insights
Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a remote plantation in Louisiana, only to discover it is haunted by a malevolent presence. She finds herself trapped in a cycle of terror, plagued by disturbing visions and a growing sense of dread. As the supernatural forces intensify, she must uncover the dark secrets of the estate and confront the evil that resides within its walls before it consumes her completely.
Critical Reception
A Name for Evil is a lesser-known horror film that garnered a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often pointed to its slow pacing and derivative plot, though some acknowledged atmospheric elements. Audiences found it to be a somewhat forgettable entry in the 1970s horror landscape.
What Reviewers Say
- Presents a classic haunted house premise with a Gothic atmosphere.
- Suffers from an overlong and often tedious narrative.
- Samantha Eggar delivers a committed performance amidst the supernatural chaos.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'A Name for Evil' are scarce due to its limited release and obscurity. Those who have seen it often describe it as a slow-burn horror film that doesn't fully deliver on its potential, with some finding the scares to be predictable.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a feature-length pilot for a television series.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources